LeBron James, the star of the Los Angeles Lakers, recently made headlines with his contract decision. His agent, Rich Paul, announced that James will opt into his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season.

LeBron James has been floated as a potential trade target for the Cleveland Cavaliers this summer. The veteran superstar recently opted into his $52.6 million player option with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Speculation over LeBron James’ future has intensified as he enters his 23rd NBA season. The 40-year-old opted into his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season, marking the first time during his Los Angeles Lakers tenure that he didn’t sign a multi-year extension when faced with the ability to do so.